Jini out of the bottle
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Sun Microsystems is to release the Jini software technology, developed by Chief Scientist Bill Joy, on Jan 25, 1999. Jini creates a platform on which devices of all types can interact as a 'community.' Devices display their electronic business cards, or Java objects with the information and code required to link two devices. The technology is not visible to users, and computing thus becomes a form of service. Jini also permits tasks to be shared by a number of devices, and could therefore have a significant impact on the economics of computing. Its success will be determined by whether Sun can get it adopted by the computer and consumer electronics industries.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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Korea and East Asian exceptionalism
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The economic theory of exceptionalism has impacted many East Asian cultures. Based on the notion that economic dynamism is attainable if unfettered by Western environmental or human rights, exceptionalism requires authoritarian politics to be implemented. Its application in Korea, however, has replaced authoritarianism with a more democratic structure that acknowledges the interrelationship between citizens and the state.
Publication Name: Theory, Culture & Society
Subject: Social sciences
ISSN: 0263-2764
Year: 1998
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International enquirer
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The work of Owen Harries, Australian editor of 'The National Interest' American political magazine for 15 years to 2000 is discussed, with reference to the impact of the magazine on international policy makers.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2000
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